Convert Kilogram-force per Square Centimeters to Megapascals
Instantly convert Kilogram-force per Square Centimeters (kgf/cm²) to Megapascals (MPa) with our free online calculator.
Formula: kgf/cm² to MPa — multiply by 0.0980665
Reference Table
| Kilogram-force per Square Centimeters (kgf/cm²) | Megapascals (MPa) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.0980665 |
| 5 | 0.490333 |
| 10 | 0.980665 |
| 25 | 2.45166 |
| 50 | 4.90332 |
| 100 | 9.80665 |
How to Convert Kilogram-force per Square Centimeters to Megapascals
Formula
To convert Kilogram-force per Square Centimeters (kgf/cm²) to Megapascals (MPa): multiply by 0.0980665
Step-by-Step
- Start with your value in Kilogram-force per Square Centimeters (kgf/cm²).
- Multiply by 0.0980665 to perform the conversion.
- The result is your value expressed in Megapascals (MPa).
Conversion Factor
1 kgf/cm² = 0.0980665 MPa
Reverse Factor
1 MPa = 10.1972 kgf/cm²
Worked Example
Convert 25 Kilogram-force per Square Centimeters to Megapascals: 25 kgf/cm² = 2.45166 MPa
About Kilogram-force per Square Centimeter (kgf/cm²)
A legacy metric unit of pressure equal to one kilogram-force applied over one square centimeter, formally defined as exactly 98,066.5 Pa (using the standard acceleration of gravity g₀ = 9.80665 m/s² per CIPM Resolution 2, 1901). This is the "technical atmosphere" (symbol at) and is roughly equivalent to one standard atmosphere or one bar — but not exactly. Although superseded by SI-proper units (pascal, megapascal) under ISO 80000-4, kgf/cm² persists on industrial gauges in Japan, Korea, and parts of Eastern Europe; on older industrial machinery; on legacy pressure-vessel drawings (where the implicit assumption of g = 9.80665 m/s² matters); on tire-pressure data tables in some markets; and in older engineering textbooks. Engineers updating legacy documentation should be careful: the technical atmosphere (98,066.5 Pa) is NOT the same as the standard atmosphere (101,325 Pa). Converting kgf/cm² to MPa is divide by 10.197 (a clean approximation: ÷10.2); to psi is multiply by 14.223.
About Megapascal (MPa)
A metric unit of pressure equal to exactly 1,000,000 pascals (1,000 kPa), or 10 bar. Megapascals are the universal SI unit for material strength reporting in structural and mechanical engineering: concrete compressive strength (typically 20-60 MPa per ACI 318 / Eurocode 2, with ultra-high-performance concrete reaching 150-200 MPa), structural-steel yield stress (250 MPa for S275 / A36, 355 MPa for S355, up to 690 MPa for HSLA grades), aluminum tensile (6061-T6 ~310 MPa), and the fracture toughness of ceramics and polymers reported as MPa·m^½ in materials databases. Mechanical-engineering finite-element solvers (Abaqus, ANSYS, Nastran), pressure-vessel codes (ASME BPVC Section VIII, PD 5500, EN 13445), hydraulic system specifications above ~70 bar, and the civil-engineering concrete mix specs all use MPa as the working pressure/stress unit. Common conversions: 1 MPa = 10 bar = 145.04 psi = 9.869 atm.
Quick Facts
- 1 Kilogram-force per Square Centimeter equals 0.0980665 Megapascals
- 1 Megapascal equals 10.1972 Kilogram-force per Square Centimeters
- Kilogram-force per Square Centimeter is a unit of pressure
- Megapascal is a unit of pressure
- This conversion is commonly used in tire inflation, weather reporting, scuba diving, and engineering
- The Kilogram-force per Square Centimeter belongs to the metric system
Common Kilogram-force per Square Centimeter to Megapascal Conversions
| Kilogram-force per Square Centimeters (kgf/cm²) | Megapascals (MPa) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 | 0.00980665 |
| 0.5 | 0.0490333 |
| 1 | 0.0980665 |
| 2 | 0.196133 |
| 5 | 0.490333 |
| 10 | 0.980665 |
| 14.696 | 1.44119 |
| 15 | 1.471 |
| 20 | 1.96133 |
| 25 | 2.45166 |
| 50 | 4.90332 |
| 100 | 9.80665 |
| 150 | 14.71 |
| 200 | 19.6133 |
| 500 | 49.0333 |
| 1000 | 98.0665 |
Understanding Kilogram-force per Square Centimeters
The Kilogram-force per Square Centimeter (symbol: kgf/cm²) is a unit of pressure. A legacy metric unit of pressure equal to one kilogram-force applied over one square centimeter, formally defined as exactly 98,066.5 Pa (using the standard acceleration of gravity g₀ = 9.80665 m/s² per CIPM Resolution 2, 1901). This is the "technical atmosphere" (symbol at) and is roughly equivalent to one standard atmosphere or one bar — but not exactly. Although superseded by SI-proper units (pascal, megapascal) under ISO 80000-4, kgf/cm² persists on industrial gauges in Japan, Korea, and parts of Eastern Europe; on older industrial machinery; on legacy pressure-vessel drawings (where the implicit assumption of g = 9.80665 m/s² matters); on tire-pressure data tables in some markets; and in older engineering textbooks. Engineers updating legacy documentation should be careful: the technical atmosphere (98,066.5 Pa) is NOT the same as the standard atmosphere (101,325 Pa). Converting kgf/cm² to MPa is divide by 10.197 (a clean approximation: ÷10.2); to psi is multiply by 14.223.
It belongs to the metric measurement system.
Kilogram-force per Square Centimeters are commonly used in tire inflation, weather reporting, scuba diving, and engineering.
Understanding Megapascals
The Megapascal (symbol: MPa) is a unit of pressure. A metric unit of pressure equal to exactly 1,000,000 pascals (1,000 kPa), or 10 bar. Megapascals are the universal SI unit for material strength reporting in structural and mechanical engineering: concrete compressive strength (typically 20-60 MPa per ACI 318 / Eurocode 2, with ultra-high-performance concrete reaching 150-200 MPa), structural-steel yield stress (250 MPa for S275 / A36, 355 MPa for S355, up to 690 MPa for HSLA grades), aluminum tensile (6061-T6 ~310 MPa), and the fracture toughness of ceramics and polymers reported as MPa·m^½ in materials databases. Mechanical-engineering finite-element solvers (Abaqus, ANSYS, Nastran), pressure-vessel codes (ASME BPVC Section VIII, PD 5500, EN 13445), hydraulic system specifications above ~70 bar, and the civil-engineering concrete mix specs all use MPa as the working pressure/stress unit. Common conversions: 1 MPa = 10 bar = 145.04 psi = 9.869 atm.
It belongs to the metric measurement system.
Megapascals are commonly used in tire inflation, weather reporting, scuba diving, and engineering.
Why Convert Kilogram-force per Square Centimeters to Megapascals?
Engineers, mechanics, and scientists frequently need to convert pressure between Kilogram-force per Square Centimeters and Megapascals when working with different measurement standards. Tire pressure, blood pressure readings, weather barometric measurements, and industrial process specifications may all use different pressure units depending on the region or discipline. Reliable conversion prevents equipment misuse and ensures safety.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert Kilogram-force per Square Centimeters to Megapascals?
A legacy metric unit of pressure equal to one kilogram-force applied over one square centimeter, formally defined as exactly 98,066. To convert Kilogram-force per Square Centimeters to Megapascals, multiply by 0.0980665. For example, 25 kgf/cm² equals 2.45166 MPa.
How many Megapascals are in 1 Kilogram-force per Square Centimeter?
There are 0.0980665 Megapascals in 1 Kilogram-force per Square Centimeter.
How many Kilogram-force per Square Centimeters are in 1 Megapascal?
There are 10.1972 Kilogram-force per Square Centimeters in 1 Megapascal.
What is the formula for Kilogram-force per Square Centimeter to Megapascal conversion?
The formula is: multiply by 0.0980665. This means 1 kgf/cm² = 0.0980665 MPa.
Is a Kilogram-force per Square Centimeter bigger than a Megapascal?
Yes. One Kilogram-force per Square Centimeter is larger than one Megapascal because 1 kgf/cm² equals 0.0980665 MPa, which is less than 1.
When do you need to convert between Kilogram-force per Square Centimeters and Megapascals?
A metric unit of pressure equal to exactly 1,000,000 pascals (1,000 kPa), or 10 bar. Kilogram-force per Square Centimeter and Megapascal are both pressure units, so conversion comes up whenever one source of information uses one unit and another uses the other — a classic cross-reference challenge in engineering, trade, travel, and everyday life.